Best 10 Asparagus With Gingered Sesame Orange Dressing Recipes

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**Asparagus with Gingery Sesame Orange Dressing: A Delightful Symphony of Flavors**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with asparagus like you've never tasted before. This exquisite dish features crisp asparagus spears coated in a tantalizing dressing that bursts with a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The gingery sesame orange dressing is a masterpiece in itself, combining the zesty freshness of orange with the warmth and nuttiness of ginger and sesame. Each bite is a symphony of textures and tastes, with the tender asparagus providing a satisfying crunch while the dressing adds a delightful tang and umami richness. Whether you're seeking a refreshing side dish or a light and flavorful main course, this asparagus with gingery sesame orange dressing is sure to impress.

This versatile recipe offers three variations to cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. The first variation is a classic vegan delight, featuring a dressing made with zesty orange juice, creamy tahini, sweet maple syrup, and a hint of garlic. For a more indulgent experience, the second variation incorporates the richness of mayonnaise, adding a luscious creaminess to the dressing. And for those with gluten sensitivities, the third variation provides a gluten-free alternative using tamari, a savory and flavorful gluten-free soy sauce.

As you delve into the world of asparagus with gingery sesame orange dressing, you'll discover a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The crispness of the asparagus, the tanginess of the dressing, and the nutty, earthy undertones of sesame seeds create a delightful harmony that will leave you craving more.

So, get ready to embark on this culinary adventure, where vibrant flavors dance on your palate and create a truly unforgettable dining experience. Whether you choose the vegan, mayonnaise-infused, or gluten-free variation, you're in for a treat that will elevate your meal to new heights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ASPARAGUS WITH GINGERED SESAME-ORANGE DRESSING



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A great way to dress up asparagus with this delicious Asian-flavored dressing.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Vegetables

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb asparagus, trimmed
1 Tbsp sesame seeds
2 Tbsp rice vinegar, unseasoned
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp orange rind, finely grated
1 garlic clove, pressed
2/3 c vegetable oil (or oil of your liking - feel free to adjust amount to your liking as well)
1 Tbsp sesame oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cook asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain and pat dry.
  • 2. Stir sesame seeds in a heavy small skillet over low heat until light brown, about 3 minutes; transfer to a small bowl.
  • 3. Whisk vinegar, mustard, soy sauce, ginger, orange peel and garlic in another small bowl. Gradually whisk in both oils. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • 4. Arrange asparagus on plates. Spoon vinaigrette over. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

ORANGE SESAME ROAST ASPARAGUS



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Roast asparagus tossed in a fresh orange sesame ginger dressing!

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound asparagus, trimmed
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup orange sesame ginger vinaigrette
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Toss the asparagus in the oil, salt and pepper, lay in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake in a 400F/200C oven until they start to caramelize, about 15-20 minutes, mixing half way through.
  • Toss the asparagus in the dressing and sesame seeds and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Nutrition Facts Calories 76, Fat 5g (Saturated 0.5g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 0, Sodium 186mg, Carbs 7g (Fiber 2g, Sugars 2g), Protein 2g Nutrition by

ORANGE-GLAZED ASPARAGUS



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Asparagus cooked in a skillet and topped with a fragrant glaze. Great with Cornish hens.

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 bunches medium-thick asparagus, tough ends snapped off
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons Zest of a large orange

Steps:

  • Toss asparagus with salt. Arrange in a large (12-inch) skillet with a lid. Add oil and juice to skillet and cover. (The asparagus can be set up a few hours ahead.)
  • About 10 minutes before serving time, turn burner on high. When asparagus starts to steam, set timer for 4 minutes. Cook until tender, checking at 4 minutes with the tip of a sharp knife.
  • Transfer cooked asparagus to a serving dish. Add optional zest to skillet and continue to cook until pan juices reduce to a glaze consistency, 2-3 minutes longer. Pour over asparagus and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 148.9 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

ASPARAGUS WITH ORANGE SAUCE



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Special enough for company, this dish suggested by field editor Cathee Bethel of Lebanon, Oregon has the inspiring taste of spring. "The light, creamy orange sauce makes asparagus a treat for the whole family," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Dash cayenne pepper
Orange slices and additional orange zest, optional

Steps:

  • Place asparagus and a small amount of water in a skillet; bring to a boil. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. Meanwhile, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, orange juice, zest and cayenne. Drain asparagus; top with orange sauce. Garnish with orange slices and zest if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHAVED ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH GINGER AND SESAME



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Succulent, fat, fresh asparagus is thinly sliced by hand for this raw salad - easier than you'd think, and safer than using a mandoline. It's very refreshing and bright tasting.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, vegetables, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated ginger
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1 jalapeño pepper, seeds removed and finely diced (optional)
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 pounds fat asparagus
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup slivered scallions
Squeeze of lime juice, to taste
Mint leaves, for garnish
Cilantro sprigs, for garnish
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, stir together rice vinegar, ginger, garlic and brown sugar. Add jalapeño and sesame oil, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Snap or cut off the tough bottoms of each asparagus spear. With a vegetable peeler, peel each tough-skinned spear, starting halfway down from tip and peeling toward bottom end.
  • Cut the asparagus at a long diagonal into very thin slices (not paper thin - about the width of a thinly sliced onion). Place asparagus slices in a wide salad bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss lightly. Add the ginger dressing and toss to coat well. Taste and adjust. Add scallions and lime juice and toss again.
  • Garnish with mint leaves and cilantro sprigs. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 66, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 314 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

ASPARAGUS WITH SESAME-ORANGE DRESSING



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Serve this simple vegetable side dish with brown rice or quinoa. For variety and color, try adding freshly grated carrots or beets and tossing them with the asparagus and dressing.

Time 10m

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed and discarded
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon tahini
1 1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium tamari
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, bring 1/2 cup water to a simmer. Add asparagus. Cover and reduce heat to medium.
  • Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until asparagus are just tender. Prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice cubes and water.
  • Place steamed asparagus in ice bath to stop the cooking process; drain well.
  • Whisk together orange juice, tahini, tamari and ginger in a large bowl.
  • Add drained asparagus and toss to coat. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 90 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Protein 6 grams

ASPARAGUS WITH LIME AND GINGER



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Definitely a different take on asparagus.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon white sugar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour about 1 inch of water into the bottom half of a steamer pan set, and place over medium heat. Place the asparagus in the top half of the steamer pan set; steam until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the asparagus and arrange on a serving platter.
  • Whisk the lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, ginger, and sugar together in a bowl; stream the vegetable oil into the mixture while whisking. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 24.4 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

ORANGE GINGER ASPARAGUS



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An easy asparagus dish that has a refreshing citrus and ginger addition. This is even better the next day! I just sliced the spears into 1/3's toss and served cold! A great salad!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2-2 lbs asparagus spears, washed and trimmed
2 tablespoons orange marmalade
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or hazelnut oil)
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons hazelnuts (or nuts of choice)

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in a large frying pan of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes, and drain well in a colander giving a cool rinse. Transfer hot asparagus to serving platter.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together orange marmalade, ginger, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste. Spoon orange dressing over top or asparagus and sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.5, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 29.8, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 8.4, Protein 4.8

CHILLED ASPARAGUS WITH SESAME VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Vegetable     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Asparagus     Spring     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Sesame     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
Sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook asparagus in large skillet of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Rinse with cold water and drain well. Pat dry with paper towels. Arrange on platter. Mix sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce and sugar in small bowl. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Asparagus and dressing can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.) Spoon dressing over asparagus. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

ASPARAGUS WITH ORANGE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound asparagus
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sweet hot mustard
1 tablespoon orange juice

Steps:

  • Wash asparagus, then trim by breaking at the point where the tough woody part of the stem meets the tender part. Steam over hot water for about 7 minutes, depending on thickness of spears; then, drain.
  • Whisk the orange rind with oil, mustard and orange juice, and spoon over the asparagus, turning them to coat.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 71, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 32 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Asparagus: Select fresh, firm asparagus spears with tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are limp or have woody ends.
  • Proper Cooking Method: Steaming or roasting are excellent methods to cook asparagus, as they preserve its nutrients and flavor. Boiling can lead to loss of nutrients.
  • Enhance Flavor: Before cooking, lightly coat the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper to enhance its natural flavor.
  • Make it Colorful: For a visually appealing dish, consider pairing green asparagus with roasted red bell peppers or grilled zucchini.
  • Add Some Crunch: To add a textural contrast, sprinkle roasted almonds or walnuts over the asparagus before serving.
  • Experiment with Sauces: Don't limit yourself to the gingery-sesame-orange dressing. Try other sauces like lemon-herb butter, hollandaise, or a simple vinaigrette to complement the asparagus.

Conclusion:

Asparagus is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in various ways. Whether you prefer it steamed, roasted, or grilled, the key is to choose fresh, high-quality asparagus and cook it properly to retain its nutrients and flavor. Experiment with different cooking methods and sauces to find your favorite way to enjoy this delicious and healthy vegetable.

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